Statue of Ota Dokan who was a 15th century Japanese samurai warrior-poet, military tactician and Buddhist monk. Dōkan is best known as the architect and builder of Edo Castle, the actual Imperial Palace.... See more
Inside view of Tokyo International Forum built in 1996 by Uruguayan architect Rafael Viñoly near Yurakucho station. At the entrance is a statue of Ota Dokan who was a 15th century Japanese samurai warrior-poet, military tactician and Buddhist monk. Dōkan is best known as the architect and builder of Edo Castle, the actual Imperial Palace. The forum consists of 14 floors including 3 in the basement and consists of four buildings and a glass atrium. Its boat-like structure reveals its steel beams that contrast with its glass walls. Every year there are organized different events of classical music like "La folle Journée au Japon".... See more
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